Account Receivable Specialist

Alamo Group Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking an entry- to mid-level Accountant/Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations in a manufacturing environment that specializes in engineered equipment.

The role covers accounts payable, accounts receivable, GL maintenance, and routine financial reporting. You will collaborate with procurement and operations, ensure accurate coding and timely close entries, and help maintain audit-ready records.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred (manufacturing or industrial environment a plus).
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (Sage, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Ability to handle confidential financial data responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and approval compliance.
• Assist with accounts receivable billing, payment posting, and customer account reconciliation.
• Enter and maintain financial data in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., general ledger entries, journal entries, vendor records).
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and operations teams.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accrual preparation and account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized financial records for audits, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with cost tracking for manufacturing jobs, parts, and production-related expenses.
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding billing and payment issues.
• Support fixed asset tracking and inventory-related accounting entries as needed.
• Perform administrative accounting tasks as assigned.

Skills

ERP systems

Excel

GAAP fundamentals

Attention to detail

Confidential data

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sage

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

• Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and approval compliance
• Assist with accounts receivable billing, payment posting, and customer account reconciliation
• Enter and maintain financial data in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., general ledger entries, journal entries, vendor records)
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and operations teams
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accrual preparation and account reconciliations
• Maintain organized financial records for audits, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Assist with cost tracking for manufacturing jobs, parts, and production-related expenses
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding billing and payment issues
• Support fixed asset tracking and inventory-related accounting entries as needed
• Perform administrative accounting tasks as assigned

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and approval compliance
• Assist with accounts receivable billing, payment posting, and customer account reconciliation
• Enter and maintain financial data in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., general ledger entries, journal entries, vendor records)
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and operations teams
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accrual preparation and account reconciliations
• Maintain organized financial records for audits, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Assist with cost tracking for manufacturing jobs, parts, and production-related expenses
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments regarding billing and payment issues
• Support fixed asset tracking and inventory-related accounting entries as needed
• Perform administrative accounting tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 1-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred (manufacturing or industrial environment a plus)
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP fundamentals preferred)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, SAP, or similar) preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential financial data responsibly

Performs entry-level to intermediate accounting and clerical duties supporting daily financial operations within a manufacturing environment specializing in engineered equipment such as grapple trucks, grapple loaders, and knuckle boom loaders. This role supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and routine financial reporting activities to ensure accurate and timely financial records.

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